Elcho (CDP), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Elcho, Wisconsin
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Looking north at downtown Elcho
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 Elcho (CDP), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Elcho (CDP), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Langlade |
| Town | Elcho |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.199 sq mi (3.11 km2) |
| • Land | 1.063 sq mi (2.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.136 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,631 ft (497 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 339 |
| • Density | 318.9/sq mi (123.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54428
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1564493 |
| FIPS code | 55-23025 |
Elcho is a small community in Wisconsin, United States. It is located in Langlade County. Elcho is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a place where people live together, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or a village.
It is also a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means the government counts its population for official records, even though it's not an independent town.
Where is Elcho?
Elcho is found in the town of Elcho, which is a larger area. You can find it along two important roads: U.S. Route 45 and Wisconsin Highway 47. It is about 16.5 miles (26.5 kilometers) southwest of a town called Crandon.
The community sits at an elevation of about 1,631 feet (497 meters) above sea level. It has its own post office with the ZIP code 54428.
Population
According to the 2010 United States Census, 339 people lived in Elcho. This makes it a small and quiet place. Everyone living there likely knows each other well.
Community Life
Even though Elcho is a small community, it has important services for its residents. There is a local school, which is important for kids in the area. The community also has a fire and rescue building, showing that safety is a priority. Welcome signs greet visitors, giving a friendly feel to the area.
Images for kids
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Elcho School
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Elcho sign on U.S. Route 45
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Welcome sign
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Fire and rescue building
See also
In Spanish: Elcho (condado de Langlade) para niños
